Trip wire for Pico Kit

Build your own laser alarm system with this hands-on STEM kit from Little Bird. Everything you need is included—a Raspberry Pi Pico, laser module, detector, buzzer, and all the wiring—housed in a signature Little Bird yellow case.

The Pico comes pre-loaded with MicroPython code, so you can plug in the components and see it work immediately, then modify the code to learn how sensors and digital I/O function together.

Key Features

• Complete Kit – All components included for a working laser alarm
• Pre-Loaded Code – Pico comes ready with MicroPython program
• Learn by Doing – Hands-on circuit building and coding
• Expandable – Modify the code and add your own features

Kit Contents

• 1× Raspberry Pi Pico (pre-programmed)
• 1× Laser module (650nm red beam)
• 1× Laser detector module
• 1× Buzzer
• 1× Micro USB cable
• 1× AAA battery pack
• 1× Little Bird yellow storage case

Skills You'll Learn

• Circuit wiring and breadboard layout
• Digital input/output logic
• MicroPython programming with Thonny
• Sensor integration and debugging
• Safe wire handling and connections

Ideal For

• Scouts and school STEM programs
• Beginners learning electronics and coding
• Makers exploring sensors and alarms
• Parent-child learning projects

Resources

• Project Code and Tutorial